Cleveland, Ohio – A prolonged winter storm is expected to create hazardous travel conditions across northern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania beginning Saturday night, with heavy snow and bitter cold likely to disrupt the Monday morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, Winter Storm Warnings are in effect from Saturday night through Monday morning for much of north-central and northeast Ohio, including Cleveland, Akron, Canton, Mansfield, Sandusky, and Youngstown. Snowfall totals of 7 to 10 inches are expected across northeast Ohio, with 6 to 9 inches common farther west toward Marion, Mount Vernon, and Upper Sandusky. In northwest Pennsylvania, including Erie and Meadville, totals could reach 8 to 11 inches.
Snow is expected to spread into the region Saturday night, intensifying Sunday as steady snowfall and lake-enhanced bands reduce visibility and cover roads. Conditions are expected to gradually improve late Sunday night into Monday, but sub-zero wind chills Saturday night and again Sunday night may complicate cleanup efforts and increase the risk for stranded motorists.
Major routes including I-90, I-71, I-77, I-80, and the Ohio Turnpike are expected to become snow-covered and slick, especially during heavier bursts Sunday. The Ohio Department of Transportation urges drivers to delay unnecessary travel and closely monitor road conditions at ohgo.com or 511pa.com.
Winter Storm Warnings remain in effect through Monday, and additional advisories may be issued as snow bands shift across the region.
